LIC3A-conclusion

Long Island Creek Site 3A Conclusion Various components were assessed to analysis of the overall health of these tributary sites and more importantly gauged the effects the urban landscape has on water quality. What group 3 observed in site 3A was an unmistakable mark left from the humans who inhabit the land in close proximity of the site. The first day of data collection resulted in relatively high levels of E.coli which we have attributed to the rain from the previous day. The following two weeks saw very little precipitation and E.coli levels split virtually in half each week. What that data says is that there is a strong probability that runoff from the rain contributed to the harm and stress placed on site 3A. The amount of litter and debris collected and observed is not a healthy state for a stream, especially one that feeds into the water system where our drinking water is obtained. While chemical testing showed relatively normal levels of Dissolved Oxygen, pH, and conductivity, the erosion of the banks and effect seen on the natural vegetation conflicts on this idea that site 3A is in a health state. Group 3 has determined that while our data was important on giving an initial observation of these tributaries, it is still just a small exert on the life of this stream. We strongly believe regular testing and protection of these sites must be implemented to ensure the safety of the watershed.

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